Summer and Fall in Lake Tahoe include sunny days, stunning scenery, and tons of fun outdoor events. Check out our top event happenings that you don’t want to miss! For more information, visit our Lake Tahoe Events Calendar.
Bluesdays
Come for the… acclaimed Blues musicians and discounted lodging
Tuesdays through August 27th: Every summer Tuesday, acclaimed Blues musicians from across the country to rock The Village at Palisades Tahoe with free live music. Grab a drink from the Blues Bar and lounge in an Adirondack chair or dance with the crowd. Make a night of it and stay in The Village at Palisades Tahoe.
Concerts at Commons Beach
Come for the… live music and lake views
Sundays through September 8: Tahoe locals and visitors alike gather at Commons Beach in Tahoe City every Sunday afternoon to enjoy an eclectic lineup of free lakeside music and fantastic local food. Take the scenic route and ride your bike from The Village at Palisades Tahoe down to the Truckee River bike path that leads to Tahoe City. Bike Rentals are available at Parallel Mountain Sports.
Brews, Jazz, & Funk Festival
Come for the… funky music and great beer
Saturday, August 17: The Brews, Jazz and Funk Fest will return to Palisades Tahoe with another incredible music lineup featuring Object Heavy, Mescalito, Galactic featuring Jelly Joseph, and more. Festival-goers can sip on a wide array of beers from over 20 different breweries as they soak in the sun and tunes. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. (Dogs on leash welcome!)
Truckee Thursdays
Come for the… quaint downtown and local vendors
Thursdays through August 15: Every Thursday the streets of Historic Downtown Truckee come alive with live music, local artisans and delicious food and drink. Learn more about summer in Truckee.
Photo: Bill Stevenson
Alpen Wine Fest
Come for the… all-inclusive tasting from over 40 wineries and more live music
September 1: Have your fill of exceptional wines to help raise money for Can Do MS, a non-profit foundation that delivers health and wellness education programs to help families living with MS thrive. Throw in a side of live music and a silent auction, and it’s the perfect way to spend your Labor Day weekend!
Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings
Come for the… delicious food and exciting music
September 6: Close out the summer season with the epic Guitar Strings vs Chicken Wings battle, where six restaurants and six bands face off for two big prizes — and bragging rights!
Oktoberfest
Come for the… drinks, music, and games
September 28: This annual event transforms Palisades Tahoe into the largest Bavarian playground in North Lake Tahoe, complete with authentic German beer, Bavarian music and dance, plus the ever-competitive Oktoberfest Games for plenty of family fun.
Made in Tahoe Fall Festival
Come for the… local art and all things inspired by Lake Tahoe
October 12-13: Made in Tahoe is a vibrant celebration of all things local, featuring diverse range of offerings that are either made or inspired by the community, including local artisans, businesses, chefs, organizations, and entertainers.
